Support Bowl: Solid Steel in Sapphire Blue - Silver Medallion and Choice of Wood Base - FREE SHIPPING
$43.90
Solid Steel Support Bowl in Metallic Sapphire Blue with Silver Medallion and Capri AB Crystal, and choice of Beech-Wood Ring Base or Baltic Birch (Lathe Turned) Wood Base
SPINDLES SOLD SEPARATELY (Not included)
STEEL SUPPORT BOWL is 3.5" diameter and 1.25" High and made of 1/8" thick solid steel that is press-formed, lathe milled and edge finished - then specially prepared to receive an industrial quality 2-coat oven-baked powder-coat paint in Metallic Sapphire Blue that is professionally applied for a gorgeous look that will last a lifetime. A Silver Plated Alloy Medallion is adhered to the bottom of the bowl with color matched epoxy resin and a Teal AB Swarovski Crystal is placed in the center (of the medallion).
This bowl is the perfect shape and size for support spindle spinning, it is heavy and stable, and it is a bowl that will last a lifetime.
IMPORTANT: Spinning Surface (Inside Bowl) WILL DULL/SCRATCH with use and develop its own unique patina over time. Bowl can be polished with non-abrasive auto paint polish.
13-PLY BALTIC BIRCH BASE: This base is made from a lathe turned square piece of super-durable Baltic birch plywood that has the sides tapered to expose the striations of the ply, and the center is rounded and cut through to perfectly fit this or any other John Galen support bowl. There are four 3/8" shallow recesses drilled into the bottom of the base and 4 silicone bumpers/feet attached to prevent the base from moving . The base is finished with 3 coats of hand appled General Finishes Arm-R-Seal urethane clear coat that is nearly indestructible. 3.5" (8.9cm) diameter x .55" (14mm) thick
WOOD RING BASE: This is a Natural Birch Wood ring that has the bottom sanded flat and drilled to recess 3 silicone bumpers that provides the bowl with a stable surface to spin from, or display. 3.1" (7.9cm) diameter x .78" (20mm) thick
DIMENSIONS/WEIGHT:
Bowl w/Baltic Birch Base = 3.5" x 3.5" x 1.6" (89 x 89 x 41mm) and 9.6 oz. (273g)
Bowl w/Wood Ring Base = 3.5" diameter x 1.4" (89 x 36mm)and 9.1 oz. (258g)
Steel Bowl only = 3.5" diameter x 1.3" (89 x 33mm) - 8.1 oz. (232g)
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International Shipping Available (see Shipping & Policies)
Shipping from United States
Processing time
2-5 business days
Estimated shipping times
- North America : 2 - 5 business days
- Europe : 8 - 12 business days
- Australia, New Zealand and Oceania : 8 - 12 business days
I'll do my best to meet these shipping estimates, but can't guarantee them. Actual delivery time will depend on the shipping method you choose.
Customs and import taxes
Buyers are responsible for any customs and import taxes that may apply. I'm not responsible for delays due to customs.
Payment Options
Returns & Exchanges
I gladly accept returns and exchanges
Just contact me within: 14 days of delivery
Ship items back to me within: 30 days of delivery
I don't accept cancellations
But please contact me if you have any problems with your order.
The following items can't be returned or exchanged
Because of the nature of these items, unless they arrive damaged or defective, I can't accept returns for:
- Custom or personalized orders
Conditions of return
Buyers are responsible for return shipping costs. If the item is not returned in its original condition, the buyer is responsible for any loss in value.
Frequently Asked Questions
Custom and personalized orders
Yes. I gladly accept custom orders, although they are limited when it comes to altering dimensions. TAHKLI/SUPPORT SPINDLES: customers can choose (in most cases) from the shaft colors, beads, and whorl color/wood species of items already listed.
Wholesale availability
Yes. I do offer wholesale sales to qualifying re-sellers. Contact me and we can discuss terms
Orders by Mail/Checks Accepted
I gladly accept orders by mail and do accept checks. When ordering, please phone or email John Galen to check availability and to reserve the item(s) you wish to order. When I receive the order/check in the mail, I will send out the package within 24 hours.
CONTACT: John Galen at 520-490-4962
EMAIL: johng@johngalen.com
Reviews (7)
Average:
Jun 3, 2023
Just what I needed, paired it with a bean bag mouse pad, makes spinning easy no matter how you're sitting, love it!
Barbara
Aug 31, 2022
MaryAnn Halstead
Jul 14, 2022
This bowl is a beautiful addition to my spinning tool collection!
Eileen Dent
Jul 12, 2022
This is a beautifully crafted item. It works great for spinning but also makes an elegant knitting marker bowl.
wierhome
Jul 11, 2022
Beautiful spinning bowl. John's spinning tools are excellent and fast shipping too. Love it!
plainjanielou